May  2008

Date:
May 12 - 16
Event: Loose Trash Cleanup - Zone 16
Time: One Week Schedule
Location: From Your Curbside
Description: ZONE 16 BOUNDARIES: West Lake Pleasant Pkwy to End of city limits and Pinnacle Peak Rd to End of city limits MUST FOLLOW ALL GUIDELINES. For information contact the Solid Waste Division.
Contact Person: Solid Waste Division
Contact Phone: 623-773-7431
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/publicworks/publicworks_solidwaste_loosetrash.asp

Date:
May 13
Event: Heat Stress Prevention (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Heat in Arizona can be an extreme hazard for those who must work outdoors in the summer months. When heat is combined with other stresses such as physical work, loss of fluids, fatigue, humidity, and some medical conditions and medication, it may lead to heat-related illness, injury, and even death. This course is designed to inform employees of OSHA regulations regarding heat stress, how to prevent it froom happening, and how to recognize symptoms and does not cover City specific requirements. Get ready for the heat and learn how to protect yourself!
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
May 14
Event: ADOSH Fall Protection
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ABACUS Building - (3030 N. 3rd Street, Phx.) 7th floor auditorium
Description: No charge for this seminar. Designed for employees who may be exposed to the hazard of working at heights (of any degree), including step ladders, large ladders, steps, trucks, etc. and includes how to protect yourself from falls using equipment, appropriate procedures, and common sense. This course covers OSHA standards and regulations regarding fall protection hazards and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Ray Diaz
Contact Phone: 602-631-2008
Web Link:

Date:
May 15
Event: Planning and Zoning Commission
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Council Chamber
Description:
Contact Person: Bev Parcels
Contact Phone: 623-773-7601
Web Link:
http://www.peoriaaz.gov/planning/planning_pubhearings.asp

Date:
May 17
Event: T-Ball/Kickball Classic
Time: Kickball Classic: 8 am; T-Ball Classic: 9 am
Location: Peoria Sports Complex - stadium
Description: Kickball Classic: 8 am; T-Ball Classic: 9 am. All kids participating in the City of Peoria Kickball and T-Ball Leagues will be participating in this fun event. Games will be played on the main field at the Peoria Sports Complex, with awards ceremonies to follow.
Contact Person: Shane Hannah
Contact Phone: 623-773-7763
Web Link:

Date:
May 17, 2008
Event: Household Hazardous Waste Event
Time: 8:00a.m.-12:00p.m.
Location: City Municipal Operations Center (MOC), 8850 N. 79th Avenue
Description: Help us keep our environment clean and safe by properly disposing of unwanted household hazardous waste. Other items accepted at the event are; electronics, appliances, computers, and tires (max of four tires-No rims)
Contact Person: Solid Waste Division
Contact Phone: 623-773-7431
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/publicworks

Date:
Tuesday, May 20
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00p.m.
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council meeting dtaes and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
Tuesday, May 20
Event: City Council Study Session
Time: 4:00p.m.
Location: Pine Room, City Hall, 8401 W. Monroe St.
Description: Study Session dates and times are subject to possible change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
May 24-26
Event: Top Choice Memorial Day Classic Youth Baseball Tournament
Time: Game times vary
Location: Peoria Sports Complex - Practice Fields
Description: Teams compete in this tournament to qualify for the 2008 Super Series Summer Nationals.
Contact Person: Top Choice Baseball
Contact Phone: 520-749-6650
Web Link:
www.topchoicebaseball.com

Date:
May 26
Event: Memorial Day Holiday
Time: All Day
Location: City Hall and all city offices and facilities
Description: All City of Peoria offices and services other than emergency services will be closed Monday, May 26, 2008 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday
Contact Person: None
Contact Phone: 623-773-7000
Web Link:

June  2008

Date:
Tuesday, June 3
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00p.m.
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
June 10
Event: Hazard Communication (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: OSHA requires companies which produce and use hazardous materials must provide their employees with information and training on the proper handling and use of these materials. This course is designed for individuals who must handle or work around hazardous materials, including cleaning agents, fuel, ethylene oxide, disinfectants and hazardous waste. This course overs OSHA regulations regarding hazard communications. If you require City-specific training, please see the City-specific Hazard Communication course listing.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
June 11
Event: ADOSH Violence Prevention
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ABACUS Building - (3030 N. 3rd Street, Phx.) 7th floor auditorium
Description: No charge for this seminar. Workplace violence is a very real hazard in the workplace - in fact, some statistics show that less than one in every ten violent crimes accur in the workplace. And while workplace homicides grab the headlines... (homicide is the second leading cause of death on the job and the number one killer of women in the workplace)... other forms of workplace violence happen much more frequently. This program shows employees how to recognize the warning signs of possible violent behavior, as well as how to avoid or defuse potentially dangerous situations. You will also learn about the nature of workplace violence, underlying causes, the warning signs, aggressive behavior, threats and verbal abuse, physical assault, armed assailants, fostering a positive workplace environment, and more.
Contact Person: Ray Diaz
Contact Phone: 602-631-2008
Web Link:

Date:
Tuesday, June 17
Event: City Council Study Session
Time: 4:00p.m.
Location: Pine Room, City Hall, 8401 W. Monroe St.
Description: Study Session dates and times are subject to possible change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
Tuesday, June 17
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00p.m.
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

July  2008

Date:
Tuesday, July 1
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
Tuesday, July 1
Event: Special City Council Meeting and Study Session
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Location: Pine Room, City Hall, 8401 W. Monroe St.
Description: This is a special meeting due to a regular meeting not being held on July 15th. Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
http://www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
July 4
Event: Independence Day Holiday
Time: All Day
Location: City Hall and all city offices and facilities
Description: All City of Peoria offices and services other than emergency services will be closed Friday, July 4, 2008 in observance of the Independencel Day Holiday
Contact Person: None
Contact Phone: 623-773-7000
Web Link:

Date:
Friday, July 4, 2008
Event: July 4th All American Festival
Time: 5:00 - 10:00 pm
Location: Peoria Sports Complex - Mariner's Practice Fields
Description: 2 Entertainment fields; 1 country, 1 rock-n-roll,a kids zone, water zone, food zone, vendor booths, F-16 flyover, fireworks and more...

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Contact Person: Shawn Lawson
Contact Phone: 623-773-7564
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents

Date:
July 8
Event: Tool Safety (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Designed for any employee who uses or works around non-powered tools such as axes, crow bars, wrenches, etc., and powered tools using electric, pneumatic, liquid fuel, hydraulic, and power-actuated energy. The course discusses OSHA regulations regarding safe hand and power tool usage and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
July 9
Event: ADOSH Machine Guarding
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ABACUS Building - (3030 N. 3rd Street, Phx.) 7th floor auditorium
Description: No charge for this seminar. Machine guarding ranks among the Top 10 of OSHA citations issued, possibly because the regulation can be confusing. Do not let confusion get in the way of compliance. OSHAs Machine Guarding Regulation was created to help prevent these incidents. This course can help you put the regulation into practice and ensure you understand the federal regulation and can implement the standard within your organization. The facilitator will break down the regulation into terms you can understand. In just four hours, you will learn practices and procedures that will keep you in compliance and, best of all, protect yourself and/or your employees. This class provides information on OSHA standards and regulations regarding machine guarding and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Ray Diaz
Contact Phone: 602-631-2008
Web Link:

Date:
July 29
Event: Machine Guarding (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Machine guarding ranks among the Top 10 of OSHA citations issued, possibly because the regulation can be confusing. Do not let confusion get in the way of compliance. OSHAs Machine Guarding Regulation was created to help prevent these incidents. This course can help you put the regulation into practice and ensure you understand the federal regulation and can implement the standard within your organization. The facilitator will break down the regulation into terms you can understand. In just four hours, you will learn practices and procedures that will keep you in compliance and, best of all, protect yourself and/or your employees. This class provides information on OSHA standards and regulations regarding machine guarding and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

August  2008

Date:
August 5
Event: Personal Protective Equipment / PPE (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: This class is hosted/facilitated by Arizona Department of Occupational Safety & Health (ADOSH). It covers OSHA regulations and requirements regarding the selection and use of all types of PPE. This class is designed mostly for supervisors who oversee employees who must wear PPE as part of their jobs; however, any employee who must wear PPE will benefit from the information. This class covers OSHA regulations and does not cover city-specific requirements and policies.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
August 13
Event: ADOSH Ergonomics
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ABACUS Building - (3030 N. 3rd Street, Phx.) 7th floor auditorium
Description: No charge for this seminar. Back injuries are the most common injury on the job and at home! Learn how to protect yourself! This class is designed for any city employee and covers ways to protect your body the course of your workday. It includes identifying and reducing risk factors that can cause or aggravate musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries. Covers such topics as proper lifting, posture, workstation design, and stretches. This class provides information on OSHA standards and regulations regarding back/ergonomic hazards and does not cover City requirements.
Contact Person: Ray Diaz
Contact Phone: 602-631-2008
Web Link:

Date:
Tuesday, August 26
Event: Special City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Council Chamber
Description: This is a special meeting due to a regular meeting not being held on August 19th. City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
Tuesday, August 26
Event: Special City Council Meeting and Study Session
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Pine Room, City Hall, 8401 W. Monroe
Description: This is a special meeting due to a regular meeting not being held on August 5th. Council Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

September  2008

Date:
September 1
Event: Labor Day Holiday
Time: All Day
Location: City Hall and all city offices and facilities
Description: All City of Peoria offices and services other than emergency services will be closed Monday, September 1, 2008 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday
Contact Person: None
Contact Phone: 623-773-7000
Web Link:

Date:
September 10
Event: ADOSH Excavation Safety
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ABACUS Building - (3030 N. 3rd Street, Phx.) 7th floor auditorium
Description: No charge for this seminar. Any employees who enter excavations and trenches are required by OSHA to receive excavation and trenching safety training. This course covers: - Requirements for a -Competent Person- - How to properly conduct soil tests - OSHA regulations for shoring, sloping, benching & trench boxes - Identify and control hazardous atmospheres - Locate/work safely around underground utilities This course covers OSHA regulations regarding excavation safety, but does not cover city-specific guidelines.
Contact Person: Ray Diaz
Contact Phone: 602-631-2008
Web Link:

Date:
September 11
Event: Fall Protection (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Designed for employees who may be exposed to the hazard of working at heights (of any degree), including step ladders, large ladders, steps, trucks, etc. and includes how to protect yourself from falls using equipment, appropriate procedures, and common sense. This course covers OSHA standards and regulations regarding fall protection hazards and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
Tuesday, September 16
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
Tuesday, September 16
Event: Special Council Meeting and Study Session
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Pine Room, City Hall, 8401 W Monroe
Description: This is a special meeting due to a regular meeting not being held on September 2nd. City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
September 16
Event: Excavation / Trench Safety (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Any employees who enter excavations and trenches are required by OSHA to receive excavation and trenching safety training. This course covers: - Requirements for a -Competent Person- - How to properly conduct soil tests - OSHA regulations for shoring, sloping, benching & trench boxes - Identify and control hazardous atmospheres - Locate/work safely around underground utilities This course covers OSHA regulations regarding excavation safety, but does not cover city-specific guidelines.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

October  2008

Date:
October 2
Event: Back/Lifting Safety (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Back injuries are the most common injury on the job and at home! Learn how to protect yourself! This class is designed for any city employee and covers ways to protect your back during the course of your workday. It includes identifying and reducing risk factors that can cause or aggravate musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries. Covers such topics as proper lifting, posture, and owrkstation design. This class provides information on OSHA standards and regulations regarding back/ergonomic hazards and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
Tuesday, October 7th
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
October 15
Event: ADOSH Back Injury Prevention
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ABACUS Building - (3030 N. 3rd Street, Phx.) 7th floor auditorium
Description: No charge for this seminar. Back injuries are the most common injury on the job and at home! Learn how to protect yourself! This class is designed for any city employee and covers ways to protect your back during the course of your workday. It includes identifying and reducing risk factors that can cause or aggravate musculoskeletal disorders and back injuries. Covers such topics as proper lifting, posture, and owrkstation design. This class provides information on OSHA standards and regulations regarding back/ergonomic hazards and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Ray Diaz
Contact Phone: 602-631-2008
Web Link:

Date:
Tuesday, October 21st
Event: City Council Meeting
Time: 7:00
Location: Council Chamber
Description: City Council meeting dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
Tuesday, October 21st
Event: City Council Study Session
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Pine Room, City Hall, 8401 W Monroe
Description: Study Session dates and times are subject to change. Contact the City Clerk's Office for additional information.
Contact Person: Office of the City Clerk
Contact Phone: 623-773-7340
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.com/council/council_downloadsF.asp#curag

Date:
October 26, 2008
Event: Halloween Monster Bash & Balloon Illumination
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Peoria Sports Complex
Description: Activities include a Parade of Costume contest, carnival games, storytime, make-n-take crafts, hot air balloons, puppet shows and much more. Free admission with canned food item to benefit St. Mary's/Westside Food Bank Alliance.
Contact Person: Shawn Lawson
Contact Phone: 623-773-7564
Web Link:
www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents

Date:
October 30
Event: Electrical Safety (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Designed for any employee - whether office, field personnel, or supervisory. Learn about all types of electrical hazards in your environment, and those you must work with, and how to keep yourself and others around you safe. This course discusses OSHA regulations regarding electrical safety and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

November  2008

Date:
November 4
Event: Bloodborne Pathogens (ADOSH)
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: PSAB Peoria Room (8351 W. Cinnabar Ave)
Description: Designed for employees who may be exposed to any type of Bloodborne pathogens (exposure means reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, blood, or other potentially infectious material that may result in illness or injury) during the course of their job. This course includes information about industrial hygiene as well. This course covers OSHA standards and regulations regarding protection of employees against bloodborne pathogens and does not cover City-specific requirements.
Contact Person: Tracey Booth
Contact Phone: 623-773-7679
Web Link:

Date:
November 12
Event: ADOSH Forklift Train-the-Trainer